About Greece

Although Greece is bound to offer you unforgettable memories and some amazing experiences, it’s more than just a place for a nice holiday. Who says you can’t also enjoy the Mediterranean weather, the delicious and fresh seafood and charming beaches as a foreign student living in Greece?

One of the oldest nations in the world, with an extraordinary history and culture, Greece has several universities that welcome thousands of international students each year. In Greece, you have the amazing opportunity to study your favorite discipline, visit remarkable sites from Ancient times and enjoy the most laid-back atmosphere you can imagine.

Why Study in Greece?

Greek people are some of the most hospitable in the world; so even if you might encounter a cultural shock, the friendly environment will soon make you feel right at home.

Greek universities have a long history in academics and more and more international students have been enrolling in the past few years. University classes are not typically formal, so you can expect open debates between students and professors. Courses usually combine theoretical knowledge with research work, laboratories and internships.

What draws so many internationals in Greece are the low living costs, particularly for students and the lovely and diverse touristic attractions, from ancient archaeological sites to modern beach resorts.

Living in Greece

Within Greek universities, the class atmosphere is generally very relaxed and professors are very friendly, encouraging students to ask questions. You will be surrounded by international students, coming from all over the world, so you will enjoy a multicultural environment.

Generally, the class schedule is pretty busy, lectures start early in the morning and you would have to attend several lectures in a row. Practical exercises or laboratories always complement theoretical knowledge, regardless of your chosen study field.

In most university campuses, students frequently organize social activities like plays, painting exhibitions, or scientific lectures.

Tuition fees in Greece

In most public universities in Greece, EU and EEA students can pursue both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees for free. The only exceptions are few other Master’s degree programmes, in specialized fields, such as Business and Medicine.

Non-EU/EEA students are charged affordable tuition fees. On average, non-EU students pay a tuition fee of 1,500 EUR which also includes textbooks for the chosen courses and the university housing.

Accommodation costs

Being of the most affordable countries in Europe, you won’t spend a lot on accommodation in Greece. For instance, students with financial needs can often live in university residence halls for free.

If you choose to live in an apartment, the rent is between 250 and 500 EUR/month.

Health care

EU citizens have free access to most healthcare services provided by public hospitals in Greece with the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).

Students coming from some non-EU countries might benefit from free medical care due to reciprocal agreements with Greece. If this is not the case, you will need to arrange private health insurance before your departure to Greece. However, most hospitals that accept foreign insurance are those in Athens or Thessaloniki.

Food costs

Buying from local supermarkets would lead to food bills of around 200 EUR/month. A meal in an inexpensive restaurant is around 10 EUR, but you can also find cheap street food with around 5 EUR.

At some university canteens, you can have 3 free meals per day with a student card that costs only 20 EUR per the whole semester.

Overall, you should prepare about 450-750 EUR/month for living costs.

Minimum wage per month

648 EUR/MONTH

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